Immfly, Eutelsat OneWeb and Gogo Business Aviation launched a strategic partnership in January 2026 to deliver narrowbody inflight connectivity using Low-Earth-Orbit LEO inflight Wi-Fi. The solution targets low-cost airline Wi-Fi for Low-Cost- Carrier (LCC) and Ultra-Low-Cost Carriers (ULCC) and positions itself as a Starlink alternative for narrowbody aircraft.
Targeting the Low-Cost Connectivity Gap
The partnership between Immfly, Eutelsat OneWeb and Gogo Business Aviation aims to capture the LCC and ULCC market with a lower-cost and faster-to-implement alternative to premium inflight connectivity systems such as Starlink.
The deal marks Gogo’s return to commercial aviation after leaving the sector five years ago. Gogo will supply its Plane Simple electronically steered antenna, adapted from business jets for airline use, to reduce weight, drag and installation time, helping make low-cost airline Wi-Fi more practical for narrowbody fleets.
Technology and Rollout Plans
The system targets full installation in 24 to 30 hours, reducing aircraft downtime and retrofit costs compared with traditional inflight Wi-Fi installations. Following the announcement on Jan. 22, 2026, the service is scheduled for delivery in 2026, with Immfly accepting airline applications for pilot programmes.
Immfly’s Equilux Aero onboard server powers the platform and can work with multiple satellite networks and antenna systems, though it is currently optimised for OneWeb’s low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation. Immfly is also working toward Boeing line-fit certification by end-2027, which would allow the system to be installed directly during aircraft production. The company’s 2025 acquisition of Data Clarity added data analytics and onboard retail tools, helping airlines monetise narrowbody inflight connectivity.
Early Airline Adopters and Connectivity Upgrade
Although the high-speed LEO service was launched in January 2026, several airlines are already using Immfly’s platform and are on track to upgrade to the new system.
TUI Airline began a digital transformation programme with Immfly across its Boeing 737 fleet in April 2025 and is a primary user of the Equilux Aero hardware, which was designed to be ready for future OneWeb upgrades.
Pegasus Airlines is installing Equilux Aero (LUX-1) across its fleet at around four aircraft per month, preparing for a future upgrade to the Gogo-OneWeb service. Flair Airlines partnered with Immfly in February 2025 for its Boeing 737 fleet and is a potential candidate for the 2026 connectivity rollout.
In business aviation, Vista Global began rolling out the Gogo Galileo system in November 2025, with wider implementation across the U.S. and Asia starting in January 2026, using the same OneWeb-Gogo connectivity platform.
As of January 2026, Immfly is accepting applications for pilot programmes for the new OneWeb-based connectivity service. Analysts suggest airlines already using Immfly’s entertainment platforms, such as Volotea and Iberia Express, are likely early participants in inflight Wi-Fi for low-cost carriers.
Cost-Driven Competition with Starlink
The partnership shows two different approaches to inflight Wi-Fi: Starlink is focused on speed, while OneWeb is focused on stability and reliability. Starlink satellites orbit at around 550 km, offering 25-60 milliseconds latency and typical speeds of 40-220+ Mbps, while OneWeb orbits higher at about 1,200 km, with sub-100 ms latency.
The Gogo-OneWeb system comes in two versions: the HDX antenna offers speeds of up to 60 Mbps, while the larger FDX version can reach around 195-200 Mbps. OneWeb says its higher orbit helps provide smoother connections and more consistent coverage, while Starlink’s much larger network of more than 7,000 satellites offers scale but has seen occasional connection handover issues.
Immfly’s 24-30 hour installation timeline contrasts with historically longer Starlink retrofits, though Starlink installation times are improving with expanding certifications. Gogo’s low-profile antenna is designed to reduce drag, while some airlines, including Ryanair, have raised concerns that Starlink antennas could increase fuel burn due to added aerodynamic drag.
OneWeb offers enterprise-level service guarantees, with 99.5% uptime and 24/7 technical support, while Starlink is still more focused on consumer-style service. Immfly’s Equilux platform also links connectivity with onboard retail and digital services, while Starlink mainly provides the internet connection itself, reinforcing its role as a Starlink alternative for narrowbody aircraft focused on cost and operational efficiency.
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